Active
Lease
Retail

518 St Peter

518 St Peter, New Orleans, LA 70116

For Lease

$10,300/Month Other
Space Name
Shops at Jackson Square in the French Market
Available SF
1,934 SF
Floor
1
Status
Available
Available
03/10/2026
Sublease
No
Vacant
No
Days on Market
201
Listed
03/13/2026
Updated
03/13/2026
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Overview

Step into history—and opportunity—with this rare chance to secure a premier ground-floor retail space on Jackson Square, one of New Orleans’ most iconic and beloved destinations.

The historic Upper Pontalba Building is a four-story brick masterpiece with intricate cast-iron balconies built in 1849–51 by the legendary Baroness Micaela Almonester de Pontalba. The unparalleled location in Jackson Square, flanking St. Louis Cathedral and The Presbytère, embodies a legacy of culture and commerce in the heart of the city.

Surrounded by timeless architecture, vibrant street life, and a constant flow of both locals and tourists, this high visibility storefront is ideal for businesses looking to create a presence. The lively, year-round atmosphere of Jackson Square creates a vibrant backdrop that’s as unforgettable as New Orleans itself.

  • 1,934 sf inclusive of 1,117 sf of showroom and 817 sf storage and courtyard
  • All leases include a percentage rent component equal to 8% of Gross Sales over a sales break point.
  • Rent inclusive of property taxes, insurance, and common area maintenance
  • Along historic Jackson Square, with lively foot traffic

Spaces & suites

1 Space

Additional Information

City
New Orleans
State
LA
Zip Code
70116
Zoning
VCC-1
Zoning Desc.
Vieux Carre Commercial District
Do Not Disturb Tenant
Yes
Showing
Contact Broker/Agent
Building Name
Shops t Jackson Square
Submarket
French Quarter
Nearest MSA
New Orleans-Metairie
Property Use Type
Business
Property Status
Existing
Parcel APN
207100804
Listing ID
1de2184e

Parcel & Location